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Shelby M.

Lehighton, PA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Shelby. I attended the Technology center for 3 specializing in Early Childhood Education and am going to further my career in Early Childhood Education at Western College. I have had 4 years of experience in childcare, working with ages infant-school age. I have babysat a variety of ages, ranging from infant to...
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Lehighton, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
home modification
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Kelly, I have worked in health care and special needs needs, caring for and working for an IU and in group homes and private care for most of my life. I find this type of work rewarding and also as a learning experience. I'm knowledgeable with dementia patients, special ed, behavioral and have serviced and...
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Experienced Babysitter With Flexible Availability

New Tripoli, PA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Samantha! I am 26 years old and a mama to one little boy. I attended Lincoln Technical Institute for Medical Assisting and am now a registered medical assistant. I am a huge kid and animal lover and have been as long as I can remember. I have ample experience with kids of all ages as well as elderly people and...
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Coaldale, PA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
As a caregiver with over a decade of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My friendly, patient demeanor creates a serene and welcoming atmosphere for the little ones in my care. I prioritize open communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's day and...
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Caring For Special Need Individuals

Germansville, PA

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$22/hr
20 years experience
I'd describe my personality as professional, respectful, compassionate. I like caring for people with special needs because I enjoy it. People are individuals first and should always be treated as such to be successful in the level of their abilities. I'm looking for a job that is just a few extra hours a week to bring in some...
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Nesquehoning, PA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have worked within the field of adults with disabilities. I currently work with an adult in the community setting helping to expand his individual skills.
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Special Education Teachers Assistant

Jim Thorpe, PA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
My first job out of college in 1980s was working at the Archie hay village School in rockleigh New Jersey as a teacher's aide for special needs children adolescence teens I love the job it was so rewarding and helping these kids gives you so much satisfaction. I have also worked with seniors on a government level for 17 years I...
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Coaldale, PA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have 2. 5-3 years of experience working with children with autism. I enjoy watching them grow and learn community based life.
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Full-Time Caregiver Available

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Greetings, My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...

Sherry M. says "Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well...

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Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I currently work as a paraprofessional (personal aide) at a school for children with special needs. The child I work with, majority of the other children in my school are on the autism spectrum. It gives me great joy waking up every day knowing that I am making a huge impact on someone's life. I love my job, and I love children...

Missy W. says "Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on...

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Allentown, PA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
As a caregiver with five years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and friendly demeanor, allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I prioritize open communication with parents, providing regular updates and adhering to...
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Northampton, PA

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I have experience with infants and special needs both in children and adults. I'm obtained my MBA in Management. I have nannied for a few families, raging from ages infant-14. I am looking to start getting back into helping other families for childcare, senior care, and pet care as a part time opportunity. I have worked...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Laurys Station, PA

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$20/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello there! I have been working in childcare since I was 18 years old (I am now 29). I was an Assistant Director of a learning center for about 5 years where I gained experience with children infant through school age. I have my BA in Early Childhood Education Administration, Special Education Associates Degree, and an Early...
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Special Needs Care Giver

Catasauqua, PA

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$10/hr
I have raised one child (male) from the age of 12 through adulthood with ADD/Inattentive coupled with emotional breaks in his development. The past 3.5 years I've been aiding my significant other to accept, process and cope with the diagnosis of his 8 year old son with ADD/ODD. I have been hands on with this boy nearly every...
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Kutztown, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hey! My name is Grace. I dont have much in the way of professional experience. However I come from a huge family where I helped to take care a multitude of disorders as well as encountering some through my career as being a nanny. This ranges from autism and schizophrenia to ADHD and depression. I am able to do errands and light...
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Home Health Aide

Hazleton, PA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I love what I do have a lot of experience I have work for 16 years and I treat my patient like if they were my mother and father and I love to help and love to meet new people. I do speak Spanish and English.
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Friendly And Professional Caregiver

Whitehall, PA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a nanny for a boy with autism and recently gave my notice as I moved to Charlotte. I currently work mostly with the boy with autism (age 12), but I also help out as needed with his two brothers, (ages 3 and 5). I have 4 years nanny experience and over 10 years child care experience as a professional one-on-one...
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Orefield, PA

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$15/hr
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Callie and I'm a responsible kind, patient, and caring 18-year-old . I have experience working with kids through volunteering helping special needs kids as well as teaching dance to younger students, so I'm comfortable keeping children active, engaged, and having fun. I enjoy all activities like crafts, games,...
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Hello

Whitehall, PA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello I am A Medical Assistant as well as I am CNA certified. I am fully vaccinated. I have 8+yrs of experience in the medical field. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping as well as ADL's. I also am hands on with caring for children & adults. I have an 13yr old son and he always has me on the go. I've worked with kids...
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